Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 239 · 40 questions

Writer's tip (Tell it, don’t just read it): Speak slowly, clearly and loudly enough for everyone. Pause before a surprise and change your voice for each character (a deep voice for a giant, a squeaky one for a mouse). Look at your listeners and use your face and hands to show feelings and actions.

1. 1.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sly fox? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a quick, excited voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”.
3. 3.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Look at the floor the whole time.
4. 4.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
5. 5.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
6. 6.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn the pages loudly and lose your place. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
7. 7.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a huge giant? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a deep, booming voice (c) a soft, spooky whisper
8. 8.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a sad, sniffly voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a grand, royal voice
9. 9.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a sly, sneaky voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a giggly, playful voice
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Whisper the whole story very quietly. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
12. 12.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Read so slowly that everyone falls asleep. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Talk over anyone who asks a question. (b) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (c) Tell it the way you would tell a good friend.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (b) Wait a moment after a funny line. (c) Shout every single word.
15. 15.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a robot? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a grand, royal voice (c) a flat, beeping voice
16. 16.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Look at your listeners as you speak.
17. 17.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
18. 18.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Never pause, not even once. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
19. 19.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Take a calm breath before you begin.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Add sound effects like “whoosh” or “bang”. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part. (c) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse.
22. 22.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Skip the middle of the story. (c) Hide your face behind the book.
23. 23.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Turn your back to the listeners. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Change your voice for each character.
24. 24.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a calm, wise voice
25. 25.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a shaky, scared voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
26. 26.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) Tell the ending first and spoil the surprise. (c) Begin with a hook that grabs attention.
27. 27.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (b) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
28. 28.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Breathe slowly if you feel nervous. (c) Mix up the order of events.
29. 29.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mumble the most important words. (b) End with a clear, strong last line. (c) Mutter while looking at your shoes.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Smile at your listeners at the end.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Turn away whenever someone laughs. (c) Practise in front of a mirror.
32. 32.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Start with a long list of boring details. (b) Slow down for the most important moment. (c) Shout every single word.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Answer your phone in the middle of the story. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Mumble the most important words. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
35. 35.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Look at your listeners as you speak. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Rush through the ending to finish fast.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Practise in front of a mirror. (b) Use a squeaky voice for a tiny mouse. (c) Stand behind a table so no one can see you.
37. 37.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand far away from your listeners. (b) Keep your face blank, with no feelings. (c) Use your hands to show actions.
38. 38.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stop every few lines to ask for water. (b) Use the same flat voice all the way through. (c) Stand tall and smile at the start.
39. 39.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Skip the middle of the story. (b) Fiddle with your hair the whole time. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.
40. 40.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use the same voice for every character. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Speak slowly and clearly.

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